Classify oxides as acidic, including SO2 and CO2, basic, including CuO and CaO, or amphoteric, limited to Al2O3 and ZnO, related to metallic and non-metallic character
Describe the uses of metals in terms of their physical properties, including: (a) aluminium in the manufacture of aircraft because of its low density (b) aluminium in the manufacture of overhead electrical cables because of its low density and good electrical conductivity (c) aluminium in food containers because of its resistance to corrosion (d) copper in electrical wiring because of its good electrical conductivity and ductility